Arrábida: Unesco Biosphere Reserve

High up in the mountains, Palmela Castle dominates the landscape, overlooking the Tagus, the Sado and the Atlantic. Built by the Moors and conquered by King Afonso Henriques, it was the seat of the powerful Order of Santiago for centuries. It is said that anyone who climbs up here sees half of Portugal - and it's easy to believe. Between the walls and silent courtyards, history takes shape, but there is also room for legend: they say that, on foggy nights, the spirit of a Moorish princess still roams the towers, looking for the knight she fell in love with. True or not, there is something magical about this place. Palmela is history, mystery and one of the most unforgettable views in the country.

The Setúbal Peninsula is one of Portugal's best-kept secrets for wine lovers. The combination of the Atlantic climate, sun-drenched vineyards and centuries-old tradition creates labels full of character - and stories to tell. In one of the region's wineries, tasting is a journey of the senses: aromas that remind you of the land, flavors that change over time and people who talk about wine like people talk about life. Here, every glass is a celebration - of knowledge, of nature and of the art of living slowly.

*Meals, tastings and entrance fees to monuments not included.

Arrábida is one of those places that reminds us why it's worth living in Portugal. Between the impossible blue of the sea and the intense green of the mountains, everything here seems sharper, more alive. The hidden beaches, the dramatic cliffs and the smell of pine mixed with salt are all part of the experience. The curious thing is that the name “Arrábida” comes from the Arabic and means place of retreat - and that's exactly what it offers: a natural refuge, where time slows down and silence has the sound of the sea. It's nature at its purest, just a few kilometers from Lisbon - perfect for those looking for peace, beauty and a little freedom.

*Meals, tastings and entrance fees to monuments not included.

Azeitão is an authentic little piece of Portugal - where tradition and flavor go hand in hand. The name comes from the Arabic Azzeitum, “place of olive trees”, and even today olive oil is part of the local soul. But the real charm lies in the classics that were born here: sheep's milk cheese, Moscatel de Setúbal and the famous Azeitão tarts, created by chance in the 19th century - when a pastry chef turned an oven error into a sweet icon. Between centuries-old wineries, stately homes and hills that are lost in Arrábida, time passes slowly. Azeitão is made up of authenticity and good living - the kind of place that reminds us that the best stories always begin at the table.

There is something about Sesimbra that captivates - perhaps the intense blue of the sea or the way the sun falls slowly over the bay. It's a town that lives facing the ocean and with its heart in the right place. At the top, Sesimbra Castle has been watching over everything for almost a thousand years - the only medieval castle in the country with a direct view of the Atlantic, it holds centuries of history and one of the most impressive views of the Portuguese coast - sea, mountains and horizon all at once. Here, the pace is light, the days go slowly and every moment seems made to be enjoyed. Between dives, boat trips and trails with breathtaking views, Sesimbra shows what the real south is all about: simple, beautiful and full of soul.

Return to the hotel, concluding the tour with a special souvenir to remember the experience.